First, organize tasks according to the type of work they entail and the amount of focus they require. For example, some tasks might involve writing or research. Others, such as paying bills, might entail simple, repetitive actions. Second, designate a reasonable amount of time to complete each task (or batch of tasks). Third, create a schedule based on time chunks during which you’ll work on the task (or tasks) uninterrupted. Schedule breaks between the time chunks.

